California Association for the Gifted

For Parents

California State Department of Education Talented and Gifted Education (GATE) (http://www.cde.ca.gov/sp/gt/gt ) - This site has information on the State of California’s GATE program to include FAQs, information on funding, and legislation.

California Association for the Gifted ( http://www.cagifted.org/ ) – This site gives membership information, conventions and conferences, resources for parents, certification information, and the special needs of the gifted.

National Association of Gifted Children ( http://www.nagc.org/ ) – Similar to the state site (above), but at the national level.

Gifted Children ( http://www.gifted-children.com/ ) – “For the Parents of Children with Great Promise.” Has lots of information for parents, but requires membership ($10/yr) to access most of it.

Hoagie’s Gifted Education Page ( http://www.hoagiesgifted.org/ ) – Includes links for parents and kids. Be sure to check out the “Gifted 101” and “Gifted 102” for good background information.

The Jason Project ( http://www.jasonproject.org/ ) – The Jason Project for Education (started by Dr. Robert Ballard, finder of the Titanic wreck) provides virtual expeditions to the depths of the oceans and the ends of the world. Students can apply to participate in person, or just follow the expedition on the web.